IS 235 - Costa Rica: Travel Prep

2 credit(s)
Course studies Costa Rica from an international studies perspective (political science, economics, history, anthropology, human geography). We will give particular attention to issues of environment, health, the historical role of coffee, and income inequality and poverty. This course also studies service learning, or volunteer work that promotes meaningful learning while also providing service that locals consider important. We will examine its values, challenges, and applications in Costa Rica. This course is a prerequisite for a two-week summer course in Costa Rica where we will participate in volunteer work in lower income areas including construction projects and eco-friendly farms. This course also can be taken as a stand-alone 2-credit course.
Offered: Alternate years.

Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: International Perspective.